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?? Let’s talk tree, heat, and community! ?? Join us on April 3rd at 6 PM at the Bayland Community Center for an evening of conversation and connection! We’ll be sharing the latest ForUsTree project updates, diving into the insights from our H3AT mapping data, and what it means for your Houston neighborhoods. Come be part of the discussion, ask questions, and learn how this data can help shape a healthier future for your community! ?? It’s free to attend, but participants need to register by April 1st to reserve your spot https://lnkd.in/g8JG86fR Learn more about the ForUsTree initiative here: www.forustreehtx.org Learn more about the H3AT Mapping Campaign: www.h3at.org #HARCResearch #ForUsTree #UrbanForestry #GreenerHouston #UrbanTrees #Greenspaces #H3ATMapping?#Community

Did you know 1 in 3 birds migrating through the U.S. passes through Texas? ?? Most migrate at night, using the moon and stars to navigate, but bright city lights disorient them, leading to collisions and exhaustion. How can you help them??? ?? Join HARC for the Lights Out Campaign by turning off non-essential lights from 11 p.m. to 6 a.m. during migration season, especially during peak spring migration season (April 22 – May 12), to keep birds safe.? ?? Do not use landscape lighting to light up trees or gardens where birds may be resting.? ?? Close blinds at night to reduce the amount of light being emitted from windows. HARC is proud to be a partner of and participate in Houston Audubon’s Lights Out Campaign. As a Certified Bird Friendly Facility, we’re doing our part to protect migratory birds. Join us in making Texas skies safer for our feathered friends! Keep up with bird migrations:?https://bit.ly/3RloCDn #HARCResearch #LightsOutTexas #BirdMigration #BirdConservation #WildlifeConservation Audubon Texas - National Audubon Society #BirdSafeTexas?

Join?HARC’s President and CEO, John Hall, at World Hydrogen North America 2025 in Houston. He’ll speak on the panel, "The Future of Hydrogen Mobility: Challenges and Opportunities," on April 1st at 11:50 am. This dynamic session will explore key topics like hydrogen vehicle adoption, performance testing, and the business impacts of hydrogen on heavy-duty trucking. Panelists will discuss incentives for hydrogen adoption, benefits such as noise reduction and vibration prevention, and the growing market potential for hydrogen in transportation.?? Don’t miss this chance to gain valuable insights into the evolving hydrogen mobility landscape!?Register here: https://bit.ly/4kRyMcJ ?? ?? ?? #HARCResearch #HydrogrenEnergy #Hydrogen World Hydrogen Leaders #SustainableTransport

Join us today as we celebrate #EarthHour at 8:30 pm (local time)! ?? Find out how the HARC team will be spending the hour - whether it’s reading in the candlelight, gardening, or simply walking outside.? This Earth Hour, take your commitment beyond just switching off the lights - use those 60 minutes to make a meaningful difference for our planet.? How will you spend the hour? Learn more here www.earthhour.org?Earth Hour #HARCResearch #EarthHour2025 #LivingSustainably?

HARC Leaders Shaping Texas’ Infrastructure & Energy Future?? HARC’s John Hall, Carlos Gamarra, PhD, PE, and Stephanie Glenn, PhD, are bringing their expertise to Infraday Texas on April 2nd in Austin, TX. They will be driving key conversations on resilience and smart energy investments.? 8:30 AM - Keynote Panel:? Texas Infrastructure at a Crossroads - Building Resilience, Innovation, and Growth for the Future? HARC President & CEO, John Hall, will join a Keynote panel on modernizing Texas’ infrastructure to meet growing demands, enhance resilience, and support sustainable growth.? 11:40 AM – Water Infrastructure - Managing Texas’ Most Critical Resources HARC’s VP of Water Research, Dr. Stephanie Glenn, will join a panel tackling Texas’ water infrastructure challenges, focusing on conservation, sustainable supply management, and infrastructure upgrades to ensure long-term resilience.? 2:00 PM - GIS-based Tools are Empowering Smarter Energy Infrastructure Investments? HARC’s VP of Energy, Air, and IT, Dr. Carlos Gamarra, will showcase Energy Fellow, a DOE-funded GIS and digital twin tool helping communities plan district energy and microgrid projects.? Don’t miss these important conversations at Infraday Texas: https://bit.ly/3FAXTAn? #HARCResearch #InfradayTX #SmartEnergy #InfrastructureResilience #GIS #EnergyInvestment?#WaterManagement?

Calling all data center pros! Are you overpaying for cooling??? Join the Southcentral Onsite Energy TAP webinar to discover how onsite energy and absorption chillers can slash costs, boost efficiency, and make your operations more resilient. Unlike traditional cooling, these systems use waste heat to cut energy use, reducing strain on the grid. Register below!

Join us for #EarthHour and make a difference for our planet! On March 22 at 8:30 pm (local time), take just 60 minutes to do something you love - whether it’s connecting with nature, learning about the Earth, or inspiring others - all to honor our shared home. Last year, people around the world dedicated 1.4 million hours to the planet, including:? ?? 208,000+ hours spent outdoors, embracing fitness, nature, and the arts? ?? 248,000+ hours restoring the environment through food and sustainability? ?? 703,000+ hours learning about our planet through engaging experiences? ?? 261,000+ hours inspiring others to take action? ?? 45,000+ hours exploring creative ways to care for the Earth ? Earth Hour 2025 is a powerful moment of global unity - let’s make every minute count! Learn more about Earth Hour here: www.earthhour.org #HARCResearch #EarthHour2025 #EarthHour #LivingSustainably?

?? On Global Recycling Day, let’s remember that recycling is one of the simplest ways to reduce waste and protect our planet. Earlier this year, HARC joined a litter cleanup with the Galveston Bay Foundation, collecting 1,494 lbs of trash in just a few hours! Proper disposal and recycling are key to reducing environmental #pollution. Every can, bottle, and piece of paper recycled helps build a cleaner, healthier world for future generations. ?? Learn more about Global Recycling Day: https://bit.ly/4hjvz2x #HARCResearch #GlobalRecyclingDay #SustainableLiving #GreenPlanet?#EnvironmentalHealth

As extreme heat events become more frequent, community-driven solutions are more important than ever.? South Texas is already feeling the heat! With temperatures soaring to 100°F in early March, it’s setting the stage for a long, intense summer. These record-breaking temperatures raise concerns about increased wildfire risks, higher energy demands, and the overall impact of extreme heat on communities. Last summer, HARC partnered with local organizations to map urban heat across Houston and Harris County. The data collected helps identify heat-prone areas, informing solutions like tree planting, cool roofs, and better urban design to reduce heat exposure. Learn more about the heat mapping campaign here: www.h3at.org? #HARCResearch #HeatMapping #ExtremeHeat #UrbanHeatMapping #ClimateResilience #HotCities?

??Join us for the ForUsTree Town Hall at the Bayland Community Center! This is a chance to learn about the ForUsTree Partnership and its goals, celebrate everyone who contributed to the H3AT Mapping Campaign, and explore and learn about the 2024 H3AT Mapping Campaign Data. ? ForUsTree is a landmark, five-year, community forestry initiative to improve tree canopy, build resilience, and create new employment opportunities.? Registration coming soon. Stay tuned for more details!?? #HARCResearch #ForUsTree #CommunityEngagement #H3ATMapping #CommunityEvent #HTX?